Tenure-Track Automotive Engineering Professor

National Society for Black Engineers; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Automotive Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The department seeks candidates with expertise in vehicle dynamics, controls, autonomous vehicles, electric/hybrid powertrains, and/or automotive manufacturing.

The successful candidate will teach, supervise MS theses and capstone projects, and build an active research program in automotive and mobility systems.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or closely related field; ABDs considered, doctorate must be completed by appointment date.
• Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in automotive eng., vehicle dynamics & control, machine design, manufacturing, or related fields.
• Evidence of research publications in peer‑reviewed journals and/or conferences within the past three years.
• Preferred: demonstrated engagement with diverse student body and experience with inclusive pedagogy; ABET‑accreditation experience; postdoctoral or industry experience; grant funding potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in automotive engineering and mobility systems.
• Supervise MS theses and capstone design projects; provide academic and professional advisement.
• Develop and lead active research programs in areas such as propulsion, complex automotive systems, or vehicle automation.
• Contribute to curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, and department/service activities.
• Maintain an externally funded research program and participate in scholarly activities with students.

Skills

Teaching undergrad/grad

Vehicle dynamics & control

Automotive research

ABET/curriculum development

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical/Automotive Engineering

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Automotive Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The department seeks candidates with expertise in vehicle dynamics, controls, autonomous vehicles, electric/hybrid powertrains, and/or automotive manufacturing.

The successful candidate will teach, supervise MS theses and capstone projects, and build an active research program in automotive and mobility systems.